"Two years ago, we switched to a plant-based diet out of concern for animals and the environment. Many children stop eating meat for the same reasons. Adding vegetarian options in schools would not only benefit these children — it would provide healthier options for all young people."-Ellen and Portia support plant-based options for school lunches.

LOST Reactions and ReCapThe LOST cast has been found...sort've. If you didn't watch...or did watch and are still LOST on why the rest of the room was sobbing with weepy tears all night - catch up with the recap link above.You'll feel a bit happier when you don't feel so LOST. :)

UPDATED: ZICO Goes Plastic and From Concentrate...I've been emailing back and forth with the folks at ZICO. And reading the many comments from you guys on this post the message is clear: we want transparency when it comes to our fave food products. Has ZICO delivered? What do you think about the ZICO bottles? Weigh in here.

Ellen Joins RachLast week I reported the Rachael Ray lobbied the Capitol for better school lunches. Well this week it seems fellow Talk-show host Ellen (who is vegan) has written a letter to support plant-based lunches in schools. Go Ellen and Portia! Their letter is a Hot Plate quote of the week, see above.

Crying. Over TV Finales. Gray's Anatomy, LOST and maybe even the Bret Michael's saga on the Apprentice has left you weeping like a little baby, right? I had to whip out my box of tissues more than a few times the past few weeks. But that's OK because a good cry can be an excellent stress reliever.

Road Trips.America's Top Ten Roadtrips MSNBCTop Ten YahooTravel season! Grab a picnic lunch and head out into the horizon, top down if you're lucky. Top 10 roadtrip lists invite you to explore some of America's prettiest natural wonders like the Big Sur coastal roadways - you'll discover towering cliffs and a redwood tree-speckled coastline. Did your fave getaway get a mention?

"We are all looking for a way to make a contribution to the preservation of our planet. Having a Meat Free Monday is a great way to do your bit, while eating in a kinder and more conscious way.” -Gwyneth Paltrow on Meatless Monday

Top Chef TourThe BravoTV Top Chef Tour rolls on. More city dates to be announced - check the site link above. And yes, it's FREE!...I randomly passed by the Tour this past weekend in meatpacking nYC. Snapped this photo.

"Two years ago, we switched to a plant-based diet out of concern for animals and the environment. Many children stop eating meat for the same reasons. Adding vegetarian options in schools would not only benefit these children — it would provide healthier options for all young people."-Ellen and Portia support plant-based options for school lunches.

LOST Reactions and ReCapThe LOST cast has been found...sort've. If you didn't watch...or did watch and are still LOST on why the rest of the room was sobbing with weepy tears all night - catch up with the recap link above.You'll feel a bit happier when you don't feel so LOST. :)

UPDATED: ZICO Goes Plastic and From Concentrate...I've been emailing back and forth with the folks at ZICO. And reading the many comments from you guys on this post the message is clear: we want transparency when it comes to our fave food products. Has ZICO delivered? What do you think about the ZICO bottles? Weigh in here.

Ellen Joins RachLast week I reported the Rachael Ray lobbied the Capitol for better school lunches. Well this week it seems fellow Talk-show host Ellen (who is vegan) has written a letter to support plant-based lunches in schools. Go Ellen and Portia! Their letter is a Hot Plate quote of the week, see above.

Crying. Over TV Finales. Gray's Anatomy, LOST and maybe even the Bret Michael's saga on the Apprentice has left you weeping like a little baby, right? I had to whip out my box of tissues more than a few times the past few weeks. But that's OK because a good cry can be an excellent stress reliever.

Road Trips.America's Top Ten Roadtrips MSNBCTop Ten YahooTravel season! Grab a picnic lunch and head out into the horizon, top down if you're lucky. Top 10 roadtrip lists invite you to explore some of America's prettiest natural wonders like the Big Sur coastal roadways - you'll discover towering cliffs and a redwood tree-speckled coastline. Did your fave getaway get a mention?

"We are all looking for a way to make a contribution to the preservation of our planet. Having a Meat Free Monday is a great way to do your bit, while eating in a kinder and more conscious way.” -Gwyneth Paltrow on Meatless Monday

Top Chef TourThe BravoTV Top Chef Tour rolls on. More city dates to be announced - check the site link above. And yes, it's FREE!...I randomly passed by the Tour this past weekend in meatpacking nYC. Snapped this photo.